Tag Archives: writing

Staring at the Screen

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I stare at the screen Wishing to type Making something for today Beyond the scheduled fare Yet my mind is clogged With thoughts of the day Another one of chaos People hurry to get things done I feel I’m always … Continue reading →

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Indie Author Tips: Marketing Your Book Without Crying

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

This is the second part of the Indie Author Tips duet.  This morning I discussed formatting, which is rather simple.  This afternoon I speak of marketing, which is a terrifying challenge.  If you’re an out-going person and have a skill … Continue reading →

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Indie Author Tips: Formatting Requires Patience

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

A few people have released books recently and I’ve been asked by a few people to talk about formatting and marketing.  Not sure why me, but I’ll be using today to touch on both topics.  We’re going to start with … Continue reading →

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Allure of the Gypsies Cover Reveal and Blog Tour

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I’m going to continue my quest to find volunteers for the Legends of Windemere: Allure of the Gypsies promotional events. Let me know if you’re interested in helping with the following: Cover Reveal This will be on November 25th … Continue reading →

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Drite

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Dwellers of nature Guardians of the wild Unlike their giant bretheren No fear is cast upon their head Their wings flutter Casting light upon their land Friendly and curious Yet dangerous if crossed Many wonder where they thrive And search … Continue reading →

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Weapon Dragons

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Unnatural fiend Forged to replace the dark ones And let loose upon the world Little knowledge of their make Even less about their source Beasts of metal and stolen flesh Mindless weapons of destruction A curse upon the land

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Nature Dragons

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

Majestic beasts Keeping to themselves Sage and somber Winged beasts of old Descended from the dark ones That turned the world to war A lesson learned

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The Randomness of Random Encounters

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

In games, monsters are used to gain Experience Points and increase the level of the characters.  Some are story central, but most are things you randomly run into when moving from Point A to Point B.  It creates a vast … Continue reading →

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W.I.P.- Brian Hunter

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

So, I did the restructuring and have those few ideas that are still clattering around.  I’m going to save the worst for this weekend.  The one I’m bringing up now revolves around another character from my high school years, Brian … Continue reading →

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Ask A Character: Queen Ionia

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Charles Yallowitz

I guess since I introduced her over the weekend, I should celebrate the return of ‘Ask a Character’ with Queen Ionia of Darkmill. A simple recap of how this works: Ask anything you want of the character.  Spoilers will be … Continue reading →

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